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Forum: Building Your Own 12-31-2013, 06:36 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 6,268
Posted By dgorila1
Penske vs. Uhaul results

So I just did a little searching on Penske and UHauls. Penske has late model (average 2007 -2008) diesel Freightliner and International Box trucks, with anywhere from >250k miles to over 400k miles,...
Forum: Building Your Own 12-31-2013, 10:32 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 6,268
Posted By dgorila1
Thumbs up Great feedback!

Thanks for all the feedback guys! That's why I like this site, because so many have already "been there, done that". I have thought about both the straight box truck conversion (like Doc) and a...
Forum: Building Your Own 12-30-2013, 09:41 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 6,268
Posted By dgorila1
Alternate idea - container on trailer

An alternate idea I have is to build (or have built) a 5th wheel trailer frame with independent rear suspension for a smooth, hopefully lower ride. If I can buy one from a manufacturer already built...
Forum: Building Your Own 12-29-2013, 11:03 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 6,268
Posted By dgorila1
Question Shipping Container Conversion- best chassis to use?

I am thinking of using a 40' shipping container as the shell for my conversion build and am wondering what everyone advises as the best chassis to use. I would prefer not to lengthen a standard Class...
Forum: Truck Conversion General Discussions 08-17-2011, 08:11 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 9,943
Posted By dgorila1
Cabover - alternate cab method

Regarding my previous post about the "Cowboy Cadillac" manufacturer. I found out the owner is a major scam artist, so use the pics on his website only as reference since he didn't build any of them. ...
Forum: Building Your Own 07-25-2011, 03:30 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 7,963
Posted By dgorila1
I believe zinc chromate is still available. Just...

I believe zinc chromate is still available. Just check with your local auto or commercial paint supplier. Like Rod says the stuff is great for inhibiting rust. We used it extensively in ship repair...
Forum: Building Your Own 07-24-2011, 11:09 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 7,963
Posted By dgorila1
Re: Frame paint

How about either good old Rustoleum paint, which seems to hold up real well when the surface has been prepped right. Another idea is the brush-on or spray-on bedliner material. That stuff is...
Forum: Truck Conversion General Discussions 07-19-2011, 09:54 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 7,197
Posted By dgorila1
Windows

I agree on the windows for ventilation. Nothing like sleeping with the windows open on a nice night (or day). I would have mine tinted though so nobody can see in.

I agree that the body lines...
Forum: Building Your Own 07-14-2011, 02:55 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 6,226
Posted By dgorila1
Truck builder

Try Wayland at the following site. His work is superb!

Welcome to 2L CUSTOM TRUCKS - Drive It Like You Stole It! - Poolville, Texas, USA (https://www.2lcustomtrucks.com/)
Forum: Truck Conversion General Discussions 06-20-2011, 09:18 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 5,453
Posted By dgorila1
Voltage regulator?

Can't you put a voltage regulator or protector of some kind in the line coming off the generator to prevent an "over voltage" situation from killing everything if this happens again?
Forum: Building Your Own 06-02-2011, 11:32 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 11,495
Posted By dgorila1
Re: Va RV laws

That's just what the official posting is from the DMV website. Enforcement is a whole other question :-) I don't think they'll be able to tell you're 1 ft over in length unless you got stopped and...
Forum: Building Your Own 05-15-2011, 04:54 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 13,810
Posted By dgorila1
Trailer Pics

Bob,
On the album go to the last pics under "Trailer" and it shows them there. Nice conversion job! I like your security system (aka Grizzly). Nobody will mess with this rig! How comfortable is...
Forum: Building Your Own 05-13-2011, 08:18 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 13,810
Posted By dgorila1
Thumbs up Pictures?

Yeas, pics would be awesome Bob if you could post or link them. This site is all about do-it-yourself builds and keeping costs low, so your setup would be an inspiration to keep the rest of us...
Forum: Truck Conversion General Discussions 05-07-2011, 10:58 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 9,943
Posted By dgorila1
Cowboy Cadillac

They look like they do some nice work if all of the pics shown on the site are their work. I like the custom trailers they made using commercial trailers as the build platform. Wonder what they cost?...
Forum: Building Your Own 04-19-2011, 08:01 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 6,648
Posted By dgorila1
Aluminum Roof

When a roof cover is made with aluminum sheet, is it made from one continuous length of sheet so there are no seams? How is it secured (i.e. adhesive, screws)?
Forum: Building Your Own 04-07-2011, 06:36 PM
Replies: 97
Views: 47,238
Posted By dgorila1
Thumbs up You should have plenty of interior headroom even...

You should have plenty of interior headroom even after building the drop ceiling to hide all the utilities.

$4500 is a great price, especially finding exactly the type unit you want. What...
Forum: You Gotta See This! 04-03-2011, 12:00 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 10,188
Posted By dgorila1
Looks like they made nice use of all the space...

Looks like they made nice use of all the space they had, just looking at the pics. Would make a great expedition truck.
Forum: You Gotta See This! 04-02-2011, 08:33 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 10,188
Posted By dgorila1
Wonder what it costs?

Wonder what it costs?
Forum: Hi, I am.... 03-31-2011, 07:36 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 6,128
Posted By dgorila1
Thumbs up Oops, missed the next post. NOW I am in heaven!...

Oops, missed the next post. NOW I am in heaven! TWO shops! Very nice setup!
Forum: Hi, I am.... 03-31-2011, 07:33 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 6,128
Posted By dgorila1
Perfect workshop!

Man, that is the perfect sized buildign for a workshop, especially for building a custom rig! Put in a bathroom and a small kitchen and you'd never have to leave :-)
Forum: Hi, I am.... 03-30-2011, 09:45 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,640
Posted By dgorila1
Welcome! Check out Race, performance & street...

Welcome! Check out Race, performance & street cars, engines, engine parts, trailers for sale (https://www.racingjunk.com) and the Escapee Forum Escapees Discussion Forum (https://www.rvnetwork.com/) ...
Forum: Building Your Own 03-30-2011, 08:08 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 11,495
Posted By dgorila1
Virginia RV Laws

VIRGINIA: Maximum RV width 102 in.; maximum motorhome length 45 ft.; maximum trailer length 45 ft.; maximum RV height 13.5 ft.; maximum combined length for two-vehicle combination 65 ft. Riding is...
Forum: Building Your Own 03-27-2011, 01:05 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 13,810
Posted By dgorila1
Thumbs up Free Estimation Software - Home Depot.com

I went on the Home Depor website last night and clicked under the Professional area. They have free software you can use for estimating jobs, invoicing, etc. I registered and checked it...
Forum: Building Your Own 03-26-2011, 04:54 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 13,810
Posted By dgorila1
Hot Rod, I like the idea of using the Home...

Hot Rod,
I like the idea of using the Home Depot Project Center for an estimate. Think I may try that. An 8' x 48' "house" shell. Great idea, thanks. I'll let you know what I find out when I do...
Forum: Building Your Own 03-26-2011, 02:17 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 13,810
Posted By dgorila1
Smile Cost to build a custom trailer?

OK, I want to get everyones estimate on what it would cost to build out a commercial double drop deck moving trailer into a comfortable Rv for weekend use and eventual full timing. Disregard the cost...
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